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London (SE22)
The SE22 postcode area is located in the London postcode town region, within the county of Greater London, and contains a total of 912 individual postcodes.
There are 6 electoral wards in the SE22 postcode area, including London which come under the local authority of the Southwark Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 39% of people in SE22 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of SE22 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
SE22 is a postcode in the London borough of Lewisham, and is the most Northeastern, and also the most affluent postcode in the borough. It covers the two wards of Ladywell and Whitefoot, and includes small parts of the neighbouring boroughs of Greenwich and Southwark. The main area it covers is East Dulwich, a residential area located two miles south of central London.
The area has several parks and green spaces, such as Goose Green, Dulwich Park, Peckham Rye Common, Sydenham Hill Woods, Hilly Fields, and Myatts Field. There is a lively nightlife with a variety of restaurants, pubs and bars, as well as multiple music and comedy venues. The area has good public transport links, with several Underground, bus and tram stops, as well as an Overground station.
The area is home to many different ethnicities, with a significant population of people of African and Caribbean descent, as well as people of Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Indian and Chinese origin. There are numerous primary and secondary schools in the area, rated good or better by Ofsted, and some high achieving ones such as Alleyn's, Dulwich College, and Kingsdale.
In terms of housing, the area contains a mix of larger houses, Victorian terraces, 1970's housing estates, and modern apartment blocks. It is also home to mews houses, small cottages and townhouses, as well as a few large, converted chapels and other historically listed buildings. There's a large variety of property available in SE22, including high-end townhouses and apartments, as well as more affordable housing.
The area also contains a number of independent shops, cafes and boutiques, as well as larger chain stores. Buses lead to Camberwell, Central London, and both the Elephant and Castle and East Croydon stations, making it a great place for commuters. The area is popular with young professionals and families, and is seen as a desirable place to live in London.
Demographics
Greater London
SE22 is located in the county of Greater London, in England.
Greater London has a total population of 8,778,500, making it the 1st largest county in the UK.
Greater London has a total area of 606 square miles, and a population density of 5594 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | SE22 |
| Postal Town | London |
| MSOA Name | Southwark 032 |
| LSOA Name | Southwark 032D |
| County | Greater London |
| Region | Greater London |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Southwark |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
SE22 Electoral Wards
The postal region of SE22, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Monday, April 8, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 39% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.